The song 'The Dry Cleaner From Des Moines' by Joni Mitchell is a jazz-infused track that tells the story of a woman who becomes infatuated with a lucky gambler she meets at a casino. The narrative follows her encounters with the man, who wins big at every game, despite his unassuming profession as a dry cleaner from Des Moines, Iowa. Key themes include luck, deception, and the contrast between appearances and reality. Particularly poignant moments include the description of the gambler's winning streak and the woman's realization of his charm mixed with skepticism about his true nature.